2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 369 kg more than 2006 Ford F-150.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (373 Nm). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | TrailBlazer | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2084 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 98 L |
